TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 346: Uncover the Secrets_ Why Writing Techniques Captivate Human Minds.

In this compelling and illuminating episode, Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons delve into the intricate world of flawed heroes and captivating villains by deeply analyzing classic and modern narratives. They look at how a character’s actions, flaws, and backstory trigger emotions in your audience. Buckle up as they unveil the storytelling secrets behind such iconic characters Doc Savage, Captain Ahab, and Frohdo, to name a few. The boys explore the moral and emotional evolution of the characters' complexity over the decades. Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or ... Write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com And follow us on ... @Tell The Damn Story www.Facebook.com/Tell The Damn Story www.TellTheDamnStory.com If you're enjoying these episodes, take a moment to help wet our whistle and click the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me A Coffee ⁠⁠⁠⁠link!⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/tellthedamnstory 00:00 Exploring writing techniques and audience psychology. 05:30 The Antagonist's journal poems tell a horror crime story. 10:53 Engage readers by triggering emotional responses. 18:48 Discussing character flaws, referencing flawless heroes. 23:30 Obsession with revenge on a specific whale. 27:06 The Flawed protagonist symbolizes cultural and personal redemption. 35:32 Backstory shapes character; guides writer's storytelling. 39:12 Rocket's backstory is revealed in the third movie installment. 43:43 Backstory transforms characters, revealing a deeper understanding. 51:43 Unexpected hero stands firm for friendship. 55:21 Character transformation connects the audience emotionally throughout. 59:39 Doc Savage's struggle contrasted with modern diversity expectations. 01:07:02 Creatives should stimulate audiences through relatable storytelling. 01:09:10 Yes, it's healthy, like the vegetable aisle.

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